The twin-engine unit is all weather capable, with the ability to take off on a strip around 400 meters in length

The Russian T-50 PAK-FA fighter jet prototype

The Russian T-50 PAK-FA fighter jet prototype

The Russian T-50 PAK-FA fighter jet prototype

The Russian T-50 PAK-FA fighter jet prototype

The Russian T-50 PAK-FA fighter jet

The Russian PAK-FA T-50 prototype

The Russian T-50 PAK-FA fighter jet

The new fighter jet is equipped with high-precision air-to-air, air-to-surface and air-to-ship missiles

The Russian T-50 PAK-FA fighter jet

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Russia has reportedly successfully test-flown its first fifth generation fighter jet prototype. Formally known as the Prospective Aircraft Complex of Frontline Aviation (PAK-FA), the craft made its 47 minute maiden voyage on 29th January. Manufactured by the Russian state owned Sukhoi Aircraft Corporation, the development of this tactical frontline stealth fighter jet is being seen as a significant milestone in the efforts of the country to modernize its post Soviet–era military technology.